National Briefing | Rockies: Montana: Governor Curbs News Interviews

By Timothy Egan (NYT)

Published: May 22, 2002

Gov. Judy Martz will no longer grant interviews to some beat reporters in Helena, even though just three news agencies regularly report on her. Speaking last week to a group from the timber industry, Ms. Martz said certain reporters were writing misleading articles about her, although she did not identify them. Last month, she asked that some news agencies submit written questions in advance. The Associated Press, citing its guidelines, refused to comply. Other news organizations have said they have no choice but to comply. Timothy Egan (NYT)